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Fort Ringgold

This is one of Texas' best-preserved old military posts— named for Maj. David Ringgold, the first army officer killed in Battle of Palo Alto (see Brownsville) that opened the Mexican War. The fort was established after the Mexican War for protection against enemies and to secure the Rio Grande as a national boundary. It was deactivated in 1944. Among the distinguished landmarks are Lee House—occupied by Col. Robert E. Lee when he commanded U.S. troops in Texas before the Civil War—and the old post hospital. Portions of the fort are now part of the Rio Grande City school system. Off U.S. 83 at eastern city limit.

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Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Historic Murals

Across from the Santa Fe Depot, murals that depict early-day transportation, from the 1840s to 1940s, are 85 feet long and 14 feet high.

City: San Angelo
Region: Panhandle Plains

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Popular Attractions

With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains

Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods

Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast

Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains

Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country

Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country

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